The Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association unveiled the Division IV and V All-Ohio football teams Tuesday, honoring standout players and coaches from across the state. The list featured several local athletes and coaches from Indian Valley, Canton South, Sandy Valley, Harrison Central, Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley, New Philadelphia, West Branch, Canal Fulton Northwest, and Fairless.
Division IV Honorees
Indian Valley (Gnadenhutten)
- Grady Kinsey (RB, Jr.): Co-Offensive Player of the Year and First-Team Offense for his dominant season as a running back.
- David Striker (OL, Sr.): First-Team Offense for his leadership on the offensive line.
- Ryker Williams (QB, So.): Second-Team Offense for his strong play at quarterback.
- Eric Golder (DB, Sr.): Second-Team Defense for his coverage and tackling ability.
- Hunter Peterman (OL, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his contributions on the line.
- Matt Lancaster: Named Co-Coach of the Year for guiding Indian Valley to success.
West Branch (Beloit)
- Jeremiah Thomas (QB, Jr.): First-Team Offense for his excellence under center.
- Boston Mulinix (RB, Sr.): Second-Team Offense for his standout running game.
- Joey Jackson (WR, Sr.): Second-Team Offense for his consistent receiving.
- Dom Slimon (OL, Sr.): Second-Team Offense for anchoring the offensive line.
- Cam Summers (DL, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his defensive performance.
- Jack Flickinger (LB, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his contributions on defense.
Canton South
- Landen Karovic (LB, Sr.): Third-Team Defense for his crucial defensive plays.
Canal Fulton Northwest
- Chase Badger (QB, Sr.): Second-Team Offense for leading the team’s offense.
- Logan Allman (WR, Jr.): Third-Team Offense for his impressive receiving.
- Luke Soptelean (OL, Sr.): Third-Team Offense for his work on the offensive line.
- Carsen Nickey (DB, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his defensive efforts.
New Philadelphia
- Several players earned Honorable Mention for their contributions, showcasing the team’s strength in depth.
Division V Honorees
Magnolia Sandy Valley
- Lukas Gilland (WR, Sr.): Second-Team Offense for his receiving ability.
- Wes Little (DL, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his size and dominance on the defensive line.
- Jack Murphy (LB, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his solid defensive season.
Harrison Central (Cadiz)
- Chaz Culberton (DB, Jr.): Honorable Mention for his performance in the secondary.
- Brady Hyre (P, Jr.): Honorable Mention for his consistency as a punter.
Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley
- Dylan Congdon (OL, Sr.): Third-Team Offense for his imposing presence at 6-foot-9, 320 pounds.
- Ben Congdon (DL, Jr.): Honorable Mention for his defensive contributions.
Fairless (Navarre)
- Collin Sullivan (DL, Sr.): Honorable Mention for his work on the defensive line.
- Cam Carl (DB, Jr.): Honorable Mention for his impact in the secondary.
For a complete list of honorees and more information, visit ohsaa.org/news/OPSWA.
